Preview: Milan furniture fair

Designers and brands are playing a cautious game this year, reissuing classics or simply adding new elements to existing lines – and sustainability and recycling are key

Dior’s Kim Jones: ‘These jobs are not an easy ride’

He was mentored by Alexander McQueen, kickstarted the streetwear trend and is now menswear’s most in-demand designer. What’s his secret?

The joy of short shorts: ‘Nothing screams liberation like a breeze on your thigh’

Why it’s time to get your knees out

Mountain maestros: the Alpine retreat that stages world-class concerts

At Schloss Elmau in southern Germany top classical musicians ‘play to stay’, so guests can enjoy performances between spa sessions, yoga and amazing views

One up, one down: why bunk beds are the latest trend in luxury hotels

For some, the excitement of a bunk bed never gets old, with chic hotels all over the world embracing the dorm staple